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4-Year-Old finishes 1,000-Book Reading Challenge at Bedford Public Library
BEDFORD — A local 4-year-old has reached an impressive reading milestone before starting kindergarten. Lillie Drake recently completed the Bedford Public Library’s “1,000 Books Before…
Melton Public Library to start free financial literacy program tomorrow
FRENCH LICK — The Melton Public Library will host a free financial literacy program titled “Where Does Your Money Go?” with the first session starting…
MADVoters group plans sit-in at Indiana Statehouse to protest meeting between Vice President Vance and Governor Braun
INDIANAPOLIS — MADVoters, along with a coalition of other organizations, is planning a sit-in this Thursday at the Indiana Statehouse to protest what they describe…
DNR begins major renovation of historic Lincoln Lake Dam
SPENCER CO. — The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has started a significant project to repair the dam at Lake Lincoln within Lincoln State…
Grants up to $500,000 available to preserve historic black churches
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Preserving Black Churches grant program is now accepting applications. This $60 million national initiative, managed by the African American Cultural Heritage…
Crawford Apartments faces next phase of city action to ensure resident safety and supportive housing standards
BLOOMINGTON – The City of Bloomington is advancing enforcement efforts at Crawford Apartments—a permanent supportive housing complex designed to serve individuals exiting unsheltered homelessness—after Continental…
Highly potent opioid Nitazenes linked to growing number of overdose deaths
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A little-known class of synthetic opioids, known as nitazenes, is being connected to a rising number of overdose deaths in the U.S….
Indiana State Police conducting death investigation in Peru
MIAMI CO.– On Tuesday, August 5, 2025, shortly after 6:50 p.m., officers from the Indiana State Police and the Miami County Sheriff’s Office responded to…
Rob Council announces candidacy for Monroe County Democratic Party Vice Chair
BLOOMINGTON — Rob Council has officially filed his candidacy for the position of Vice Chair of the Monroe County Democratic Party. The election will take…
Seymour Fire Department warns of oily rag fire hazards
SEYMOUR – The Seymour Fire Department is issuing a reminder to residents about the proper handling of oil-based paints, stains, and varnishes to prevent fires,…
